Huskers Head to OKC for NCAA Clash with Troy on Thursday
The Nebraska men’s basketball team is gearing up for an exciting matchup in the NCAA Tournament. The Huskers, boasting a remarkable 26-6 record, have secured the No. 4 seed in the South Region. This marks their second NCAA Tournament appearance in three years, showcasing their impressive performance over the season.
Upcoming Game Details
The Huskers will compete against the No. 13 seed, Troy, on Thursday, March 19. The game is scheduled to tip off at 11:40 a.m. (CT) and will be broadcast on truTV. This game will take place at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City.
Huskers’ Tournament History and Performance
This year’s appearance in the NCAA Tournament marks the ninth in the program’s history. With a No. 4 seed, it is their highest placement since 1991. The Huskers have now reached the tournament in two of the last three seasons, which hasn’t occurred since their four consecutive appearances from 1991 to 1994.
Notable Achievements
- Record of 26 wins matches the school record set in 1991.
- Finished tied for second in the Big Ten Conference with a 15-5 record, a new benchmark for conference wins.
- Best conference finish since the 1992-93 season.
Team Leadership and Key Players
The Huskers are led by Big Ten Coach of the Year Fred Hoiberg. They recently competed in the Big Ten quarterfinals, suffering a loss to No. 17 Purdue on March 13.
Top Performers
- Pryce Sandfort: First-team All-Big Ten player averaging 17.8 points and 4.8 rebounds per game. Holds the school record for 113 three-pointers.
- Rienk Mast: Senior forward contributing 13.5 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game. He is a two-time All-Big Ten honoree.
- Braden Frager: Redshirt freshman averaging 11.6 points per game. He was named Big Ten Sixth Man of the Year.
- Sam Hoiberg: Senior guard with averages of 9.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game.
- Jamarques Lawrence: Senior guard averaging 9.7 points and 4.0 assists per game.
Next Steps
The winner of the Huskers vs. Troy game will move on to face the victor of the match between No. 5 seed Vanderbilt and No. 12 seed McNeese on Saturday. With a strong season behind them, the Huskers are ready to make their mark in this year’s NCAA Tournament.
